Translation of Spanish word "pequeño" to English
pequeño
/peˈke.ɲo/
Meaning
AdjectiveNot large or big; insignificant; few in number.
How to use
The adjective 'pequeño' is commonly used to describe something that is not large or big, but it can also imply insignificance or a lack of importance. For example, 'la habitación es pequeña' (the room is small) or 'el problema es pequeño' (the problem is small). Be careful not to confuse 'pequeño' with 'pequeña', which is the feminine form of the adjective. In English, learners often make the mistake of using 'small' to describe something that is not large, but 'pequeño' can also imply a lack of importance.
🇬🇧 English
small
Example
Los matones habían conseguido que se sintiera pequeño.
The bullies had made him feel small.
Aunque medía más de seis pies, el hombre era muy pequeño y le daba vergüenza desvestirse.
Although he was over six feet tall, the man was very small and was embarrassed to undress.
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Common phrases
- pequeño pero intenso— small but intense
- un problema pequeño— a small problem
- una habitación pequeña— a small room
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What does the Spanish word "pequeño" mean?▼
The Spanish word "pequeño" means "small" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "pequeño"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El perro es muy pequeño." (which translates as "The bullies had made him feel small.").
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